HAPPINESS TRUFFLES

These chocolate truffles are so easy to make, they are the perfect treat for this time of year when there’s an abundance of social events and not much time.

Makes 24 truffles

Ingredients:

• 6 tablespoons coconut oil

• 6 tablespoons maple syrup

• 120g cocoa powder

• 170g nut butter

• A pinch of sea salt

• Half a teaspoon of cinnamon

• 1 tablespoon reishi powder (optional)

• 2 scoops collagen (optional)

Coatings:

• Cocoa powder

• Desiccated coconut

• Crushed nuts

Steps:

1. In a pan, over a medium-low heat, melt the coconut oil with the maple syrup, cocoa powder and nut butter.

2. Once everything has melted and combined, take the pan off the heat and stir in the sea salt, cinnamon, reishi and collagen if using.

3. Pour the rich chocolate mixture into a wide shallow dish/ tray (the thinner the chocolate layer the faster the mixture will cool) and place in the fridge for an hour.

4. When the mixture has set, remove the try from the fridge and using a teaspoon scoop and scrap the chocolate pieces. Using dry hands roll the pieces into balls – the coconut oil will start to melt so if it gets too sticky place the mixture back in the fridge to harden once again.

5. Prepare your toppings in different bowls, and simply roll the happiness truffles in the mixture to coat. Eat immediately or refrigerate for a not so naughty treat.

There are so many options with this recipe. If you like mint chocolate, why not add some finely chopped mint leaves. Orange chocolate; add orange zest or candied orange skin.

Cocoa is a powerful antioxidant which acts as a natural mood elevator, whilst coconut oil is helpful in maintaining the proper function of the immune and nervous system. Nuts are loaded with magnesium which plays an important role in improving mood and promoting the feeling of happiness. These happiness truffles are high in healthy fats, low in refined sugar and bound to keep your spirits high throughout the festive season.